When and How to Write an Effective RFQ for Infrastructure Procurement
Reading Time: 20 minutes
Authors: Brent Westergren, Karl Hoesch, Adriana Hayes
Contributors: Rebecca Graffy
The firms that governments select today shape the infrastructure projects communities receive tomorrow. Choosing the right procurement approach and writing a clear, well-designed solicitation are among the most effective ways to improve infrastructure delivery.
A Request for Qualifications (RFQ) focuses first on identifying the most qualified firm and asking respondents to document their relevant experience, technical expertise, and capacity to perform the work, before negotiating scope and price. RFQs are especially well-suited for professional services and complex infrastructure projects where qualifications are the strongest predictor of successful delivery.
This resource suite helps governments determine when an RFQ is the appropriate procurement method. It includes:
Choosing the Right Tool: When to Use a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) for Infrastructure Procurement
A quick read covering what RFQs are, how they differ from RFPs and IFBs, and five common scenarios where an RFQ is the most effective procurement approach
RFQ Decision Tree
A visual guide that helps project teams quickly determine whether an RFQ is the right fit for their project conditions, legal context, and procurement goals